This centuries-old graveyard is the final resting place of the Fort Fisher Hermit.

The author's beautiful and historic home is also a fully functioning goat farm.

Founded in 1925, this folk school attracts students from across the country and preserves traditional Appalachian art.

Don't be surprised if you see a long-necked dinosaur peeking out from among the trees in Northgate Park.

This historic sunny-yellow building has an unfortunate connection to the sinking of the Titanic.

A Nessie-like monster supposedly lurks in this lake.

The world's largest vertical wind tunnel.

A curious blend of taxidermy, antique tools, creationism, and a purported antediluvian rock.

An annual celebration of the region's successful elk reintroduction program.

Follow the path behind this treat-slinging camper van to a sculpture garden in the forest.

The first statue of Christ sleeping on a bench in the United States confused its affluent parish.

This Transylvania County city is home to a rare white squirrel population that is descended from an escaped carnival animal.

A retired tobacco farmer's pet project turned into a sturdy miniature city.